This year we have trimmed the trees back considerably. The Oak Tree is around 50 feet tall, and it was usurping the light from the garden. We also have a couple Crepe Myrtles that were around 30 feet tall, and we trimmed those back to around 12 feet. This cleared up the light pathways in the mid-day, and afternoon so that the garden is getting light for most of the day now. I can really tell a difference in the garden's plant growth. I'm actually getting Tomatoes now, which is great. Last year I think the Tomato plants only produced one Tomato.
I've planted three varieties of Tomato which are Tomato Tycoon, Beefsteak, and a Heirloom Pineapple Tomato. I already have some little green Tomatoes.
I also plated Chiles, as usual. This little Jalapeno already has a couple Chiles on it. In addition I got some really hot Chiles this year. One called Caribbean Red Hots, like a Red Savina Habanero, and Carolina Reapers, which are currently the world's hottest.
I bought some sprouted Cucumbers this year, on a whim, just to try a different variety. This one is called Burpee Burpless Cucumber.
Then there are a number of plants I planted as seed. Above are Oriental Greens.
Also planted Beets, French Radishes, Globe Radishes, Kaleidoscope Carrots, Winged Beans, and Vietnamese Squash..
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